Naturopath Kate Kokoski BA., ND

Acupuncture has been a part of my life for many years now. As a patient, I was amazed to discover what it was able to do for my body. The acupuncturist I saw was very good about explaining the medicine to me as he treated me. The day he told me that the organs in Chinese Medicine were affiliated with emotions I was hooked! I wanted to learn more about this amazing medicine that was doing so much for my health. And so began my path toward becoming a registered acupuncturist.

I love what I do and feel honoured to be a part of people’s journey toward health and vitality. I treat a number of different health conditions. I’ve successfully treated: insomnia, menopausal symptoms, digestive issues, constipation, menstrual issues, restless legs syndrome, arthritis, flus and colds, anxiety, depression, headaches, migraines, and fatigue.

I am a registered acupuncturist and a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, having studied at the Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. I am also a member of the College and Association of Acupuncturists of Alberta (CAAA). I am currently accepting new patients and look forward to sharing this amazing healing modality that I have experienced first-hand and am privileged to now share with others.

Amanda is one of our top senior therapists here at the clinic, putting her at over 8 years thus far, which reflects as a true testament to her busy practice. She is a born and raised Calgarian, but also born with cultural roots to the Caribbean, as her father is from Guyana, South America. Amanda is a graduate of the Professiona Institute of Massage Therapy and she believes that massage therapy is beneficial to all ages on both a physical and mental level. Her approach to massage therapy incorporates a combination of therapeutic and deep tissue techniques combined with elements and styles of relaxation, which individualized to each client, provides the most effective treatment.
Her friendly and empathic personality mirror her dedication to the health and well being of all her clients.

Amanda decided to embark on her massage therapy career only after a serious car accident in 2009 which nearly cost her her life. It was during all her rehabilitative treatments including massage, when she realized she wanted to pursue this career. Learning all about her own neck injury was something she became fascinated with, which is what evolved her into where she is today. Her learning doesn't stop there. Since then, she has been continuously taking additional certification courses, including Advanced Orthopedic Massage of the Neck, and Myofascial Cupping Therapy.

When she isn't massaging, Amanda stays busy working in the beauty industry as a Professional Makeup Artist and also a Makeup Instructor. She also loves to bake, enjoys being creative, reading, traveling, health and fitness, music, and always learning new and exciting things

Chelsea grew up in a Hamlet in northern Alberta, with the population being so small that the closest massage therapist was a 30 minute drive away. Chelsea has had a passion for helping people since the young age at 10. She often helped her father’s shoulder feel better utilizing massage – after he had separated it in a car accident and never properly rehabilitated it.

After graduating from MH Vicars she took a Jade Stone massage course. Chelsea then decided to make the move from Red Deer to Calgary, to be closer to her extended family, the mountains and to explore more opportunities.

In her free time, she enjoys travelling, playing basketball, skating, swimming, hiking, skiing, reading, wine and nice hot baths.

Chona was born and raised in the Philippines where she practiced Massage Therapy for 6 years. After moving to Canada, she began her studies at Holistic Health Training and Research Centre where she completed her 2200 hour massage diploma. Chona has had the privilege of treating patients of all ages and backgrounds in various multidisciplinary settings. Chona holds modalities in Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Pre/Postnatal Massage.

She specializes in the following : Neck Stiffness, Frozen Shoulder, Piriformis Syndrome, Muscle Tension and Soft Tissue Injuries of the Arm Wrist And Hand.

Christina was born and raised in Calgary, Alberta and loves all the opportunities the city has to offer. After high school she dabbled in several different fields hoping to find her true calling and she was always lead back to massage therapy. As a graduate of MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy she feels fully prepared and excited to be a member of the Chiropractic Center for Health’s team.

Health and wellness have always been an important part of Christina’s life starting from an early age of playing competitive soccer. She understands the benefits of chiropractic care and massage therapy to improve sports performance as well as overall lifestyle improvement. Armed with that knowledge is why she decided to pursue a career in massage therapy and is happy to help people improve their lives through massage.

When she isn’t working you can find her spending time with family and friends, enjoying live music, as well as working on her dad’s food truck around the city.

I'm originally from South America and have spent half of my life here in Canada, where I had the opportunity to learn English and French. I always had a strong interest in body health; the huge impact of natural healing made me discover a big passion for massage therapy. I'm very passionate about my career and love knowing I have made a difference in my clients’ lives.

My primary goal is to create ease of movement for the client through manipulation of muscles, joints and soft tissue.

Each treatment I provide is detailed for the needs, request and comfort of each patient.

I’m certified in:

Injury Treatment

Deep Tissue Techniques

Advanced Sport Massage

Advanced Neuromuscular Techniques

Prenatal Massage

Cupping Therapy Treatment

Lymphatic Massage

Hot stone

Massage Therapy for patient with illness and client care.

When not working, I love to spend time outdoors and being around my family and friends.

Jacobie enjoys working in a therapeutic setting working with trigger points, headache relief, pre/post-natal massage, posture molding and self-care.

Before getting into the massage program she was working as a Body Talk practitioner with level 2 Reiki which started her great sense of touch through her treatments. She wanted to gain more in depth knowledge of the body with led her to the RMT program. Massage therapy is so beneficial for physical, emotional, mental wellbeing.
Jacobie grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan, therefore loves the outdoors. She heads out to the mountains whenever she can. She loves music, spending time with friends and family, making others laugh in any way possible. She also just recently got married and had their first baby boy and she’s loving being a new mom.

Originally from Bolivia, Leila has a deep passion for massage therapy. Leila customizes every treatment and she uses a combination of Swedish massage, therapeutic deep tissue massage, joint mobilizations, myofascial release, stretching and strengthening, cupping, hot stone, sport massage and pre/postnatal massage. Leila enjoys seeing the results and sense of wellbeing at the end of each treatment when decrease stress and improve a wide variety of health conditions or postural dysfunctions.

Leila loves knowing she has made a difference in others’ lives when she sees the smiles on their faces. When not at work, Leila's family and friends are her pride and joy!

Michele is an Alberta girl, born and raised in small towns, landing in Calgary in 2000. She has been practicing massage therapy since 1998 after graduating from Alberta Institute of Massage in Red Deer.

Massage therapy is a very rewarding career, and she loves treating clients, helping in the process of one’s optimum health. In her practice she provides Swedish, pre-natal, reflexology, and myofacial cupping techniques.

She enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter camping, hiking, and downhill skiing. Traveling is a passion and has been to the Mediterranean, Europe, Mexico, Cuba, New Zealand, Australia, US and Fiji. Other passions are chocolate, baking, yoga, and just surrounding herself with people who love her.

Michele is a positive thinker and you will rarely see her without a smile on her face.

Ron loves to help his clients feel and perform their best through quality service and ongoing education and support. Ron completed his education at MH Vicars School of Massage and proud member of the Center for Health team. He believes positive change can be experienced by all clients through massage and additional non-invasive health care services.

Active listening and purposeful massage allows’ Ron to address a wide range of issues and health conditions. His client-centric focus delivers results to your primary area of concern as well as improves overall mobility and strength, allowing you to feel and perform your best. Leveraging a combination of therapeutic Swedish massage, deep tissue with active release, clinical and myofascial cupping, and sport therapy are the foundational techniques he uses to treat his clients.

Ron and his wife, Sherri raised their two boys in Calgary's north central community. He balances his work and active lifestyle with a love of multiple sports including golf, hockey, curling and the outdoors. He enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as travel which has included most of North America as well as last year’s Australia and New Zealand adventure! Next on the bucket list is Italy and Greece

Natalie has worked at Chiropractic Center for Health since 2005. She is passionate about healing, wellness and the mind-body connection. She completed her RMT Certification in 2004 and has been practicing ever since.

Throughout the duration of her career she has pursued many other interests including a Lamaze Childbirth Educator Certification, a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Certification, Myofascial Cupping Therapy and her Reiki Master Level.

Natalie is passionate about working with women during pre and post natal care, people recovering from illness and injury, and helping anyone battling anxiety or stress related illness.

She is talented at creating a calm, restorative and grounding space in which her clients can heal. As a practitioner she values connecting on a meaningful level with her clients and enjoys the experience of witnessing the journeys of others. Some special talents include techniques to induce deep relaxation, intra-oral massage for TMJ related disorders, pre and post natal massage, as well as treatments conducive to healing inner ear imbalances like blocked eustachian tubes and vertigo.

In her spare time Natalie likes to enjoy creative pursuits like colouring and writing. She loves listening to music, being in nature, traveling, and visiting with friends and family.

Sara was born and raised in Thunder Bay, Ontario until the age of 15. After several moves with her family (Halifax, NS, Edmonton, AB & Beaumont, AB) she settled in Calgary Alberta. It was here in Calgary where she graduated from Mount Royal College with her certificate in Massage Therapy. Growing up, Sara was very active. She started with gymnastics, then into figure skating. With her family having a swimming pool, there was no keeping her out in the summer. Along with swimming, Sara enjoys traveling, hockey and cross country skiing.

Tabitha was drawn to massage therapy because of her own active lifestyle. Growing up in Ontario and playing competitive hockey for 15 years, as well being a hockey trainer, Tabitha is very aware of the injuries that can occur over time from repetitive sports injuries and overuse. Being able to maintain the body through stretch, strengthening and massage will allow a person to maintain and manage their own body optimally, without pain.

Tabitha believes massage offers a drug-free, non-invasive approach based on the body’s natural ability to heal itself. She encourages her clients to seek out many healthcare options to find what works best for them.

In Tabitha’s spare time she shares her passion of massage as an instructor at MH Vicars School of Massage. She still plays hockey, skies, hikes and loves weight lifting.

Zorka was born and raised in Serbia, where she earned her teaching degree and enjoyed working as a teacher for many years. In 1987 she got married and she and her husband moved to Canada and they now have three children. Here in Canada, Zorka worked as a successful realtor for eleven years before she decided to embark on a new career in massage therapy. Zorka graduated from Calgary College of Holistic Health & Clinics in 2010.

Zorka was involved in a several accidents over the years which were the cause of much pain and grief. Through those experiences, she learned how extremely helpful Massage & Chiropractic Care are in the recovery process. She became a Registered Massage Therapist in order to make a difference in people’s lives and she is very grateful that she can be a part of her patient’s recovery process. Zorka provides Swedish Massage Therapy, Deep Tissue Massage, and Reflexology.

In her free time, Zorka loves spending time with her family by going hiking, watching movies and also baking. Gardening plays a big part of her free time when the weather permits. She also enjoys helping her husband in his shop building custom billiard cues and is quite the woodworker herself.

Alejandra was born and raised in Colombia. She moved to Calgary three years ago from Saint John NB. She loves meeting new clients and working with them to improve their health. She offers a wonderful combination of therapeutic and specially treatments in her massage. She believes that's Therapy is an interactive process between the Therapist and Client. She specializes in Swedish Massage, Prenatal Massage, Deep Tissue, Myofacial Relase, Hot stone, Sport Massage and Cupping. In her spare time Ale enjoys spending time with family, traveling, playing soccer, fitness and dancing.

Joyce was born in Medicine Hat and moved to Calgary at a young age- embracing the big city that she now calls home! After graduating high school, she spent some time working in the automobile industry, however she always knew that her true passion lay in the health care industry. After contemplating the many career options, her heart was won over by Massage Therapy.

Since graduating with a 2200 hour diploma from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy she feels knowledgeable and ecstatic to excel within a career she now considers her number one passion. Joyce greatly values self care- specifically when it comes to natural remedies, such as massage therapy, which she has found to be an excellent tool to help not only herself, but all individuals. She understands the importance of caring for your body and mind to ensure you can carry on with your daily life at your absolute best. It is her belief that Massage Therapy is the real deal; to calm your mind, decrease stress, target common aches, assist in recovery from injuries and treat chronic pain. To achieve these benefits Joyce uses a variety of techniques in her practice including general relaxation, deep tissue, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release.

In her spare time she enjoys yoga, hiking, cooking, reading and spending time with friends and family.